as in to care (for)
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Not fun for the rest of us just trying to enjoy the game.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
20 June 2025 -
This is fantastic news for parents and kids who can now get in plenty of cannonball practice, as well as the Chicagoans who enjoy swimming a few laps out of doors.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
20 June 2025
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Absent a major provocation, few U.S. leaders, especially one as image conscious as Trump, would relish another such misadventure.—
Robert A. Pape,
Foreign Affairs,
17 June 2025
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Between silly videos and heartfelt tributes, Palmer has been relishing in motherhood.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
13 June 2025
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So, having family and friends there, so many reasons to like it.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
17 June 2025
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He’s got a bit of a swagger about him that people are going to really like.—
Andy Mitten,
New York Times,
17 June 2025
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But Talisman prefers putting a spin on it and, instead, thanking them for being them.—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
18 June 2025
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Romeu wants a clean break from FC Barcelona To get a clean slate, Romeu prefers that his terms are terminated according to AS, which would help FC Barcelona get his salary off the books and have more room to operate in terms of Financial Fair Play.—
Tom Sanderson,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
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His final appearance at Allianz Parque against Sporting Cristal in May was marked with the emotional presentation of a poster and a plaque, a goal and an assist, and a standing ovation from his adoring fans.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
19 June 2025
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Those more interested in a classic floral scent, however, will adore Gucci Bloom—a sophisticated blend of tuberose, jasmine, and Rangoon creeper.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
19 June 2025
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Mundo Deportivo reported that head coach Hansi Flick fancies a reunion with Ivan Perisic, but that won’t clash with anticipated pursuits of either Manchester United’s Marcus Rashford or Liverpool’s Luis Diaz were a potential free transfer involving the Croatian to take place.—
Tom Sanderson,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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Murry, who fancied himself a songwriter, encouraged and prodded his sons, who cut a few tunes at Keen Recording Studios at the behest of his music publisher, Hite Morgan.—
Roy Trakin,
HollywoodReporter,
11 June 2025
Verb
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Instead, in too many formless episodes, Season 4 favors quiet solo scenes (Syd perfects a dish amid dramatic lighting and a haunting St. Vincent track, in a set piece that looks lovely but has nothing new to say) and earnest two-handers.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
26 June 2025
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Fortune also favors the really, really, extremely, incredibly lucky.—
Mac Engel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 June 2025
Verb
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Dayle joined the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders (DCC) in 2019 and became a prominent member of the organization over her six seasons, including being selected as a Pro Bowl cheerleader in 2024.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2025
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All products featured on Vogue are independently selected by our editors.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
19 June 2025
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“Cotton (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cotton%20%28to%29. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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